9807712

Systems and Methods for Blocker Margin Sizing by an Automatic Gain Control

PublishedOctober 31, 2017
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Claim 1

Original Legal Text

1. A method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target.

Plain English Translation

A receiver system dynamically adjusts its sensitivity to weak signals (the "wanted signal") in the presence of strong interfering signals (the "blocker signal"). The system measures both the wanted signal strength and the blocker signal strength. Based on the blocker signal strength, it adjusts a target signal level for the wanted signal after it's been converted to digital by an Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC). Stronger blockers lead to a higher target, effectively increasing the system's tolerance for interference. This adjustment balances maximizing the wanted signal's clarity (signal-to-noise ratio or SNR) with protecting the receiver from being overwhelmed by the blocker (the "blocker margin"). Finally, the receiver's front-end gain is adjusted based on this new target signal level, optimizing the signal reception.

Claim 2

Original Legal Text

2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the blocker margin is an amount of ADC dynamic range that remains after accounting for the wanted signal SNR.

Plain English Translation

The method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the blocker margin represents the unused portion of the ADC's full signal range after accounting for the desired signal's signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). Essentially, it's the headroom left to handle strong blockers without distorting the wanted signal.

Claim 3

Original Legal Text

3. The method of claim 1 , wherein when a blocker signal level is detected, the linear target is adjusted to provide more blocker margin while ensuring a sufficient wanted signal SNR at the output of the ADC.

Plain English Translation

The method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the target signal level for the wanted signal is raised when a blocker signal is detected. This adjustment ensures that the receiver has sufficient "blocker margin" (tolerance for interference) while still maintaining acceptable clarity (SNR) of the wanted signal at the output of the ADC. The key is balancing noise and interference protection.

Claim 4

Original Legal Text

4. The method of claim 1 , wherein adjusting the linear target comprises: selecting the linear target from among different linear targets based on the measured blocker signal level, wherein each of the different linear targets correspond to different blocker signal levels.

Plain English Translation

The method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein adjusting the target signal level involves selecting from a set of pre-defined target levels. Each target level corresponds to a specific range of blocker signal strengths. So, the measured blocker signal strength determines which pre-calculated target level is applied.

Claim 5

Original Legal Text

5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the linear target is adjusted from an initial linear target corresponding to no blocker signal level.

Plain English Translation

The method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the adjustment of the target signal level starts from a baseline or initial target. This initial target represents the ideal level when there's no blocker signal present. When blockers are detected, the target is adjusted upwards from this initial, blocker-free setting.

Claim 6

Original Legal Text

6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the linear target designates the receiver front-end gain to apply for a given wanted signal level measurement.

Plain English Translation

The method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the target signal level effectively acts as a lookup table or function. Given a measured wanted signal level, the target directly determines the appropriate gain to apply at the receiver's front end.

Claim 7

Original Legal Text

7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the dynamic sizing of the blocker margin occurs upon receiving a data packet.

Plain English Translation

The method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the process of dynamically adjusting the blocker margin happens each time the receiver starts processing a new data packet. This ensures the gain is always optimized for the current signal conditions.

Claim 8

Original Legal Text

8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the wanted signal level has a linear relationship with the receiver front-end gain such that the linear target remains constant for any wanted signal level within a linear target region.

Plain English Translation

The method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the wanted signal level and the receiver front-end gain maintain a direct, proportional relationship within a defined operating range. This linearity means that the target signal level remains constant as long as the wanted signal changes but stays within its intended range.

Claim 9

Original Legal Text

9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the wanted signal level and the blocker signal level are measured in-band in a digital subsystem.

Plain English Translation

The method for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin by a receiver automatic gain control (AGC), comprising: measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of the receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the measurements of both the wanted signal level and the blocker signal level are performed in-band, meaning within the same frequency range as the desired signal, and within a digital processing unit of the receiver. This allows for more accurate and flexible signal analysis.

Claim 10

Original Legal Text

10. A wireless communication device for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: a processor; a memory in electronic communication with the processor; and instructions stored in the memory, the instructions executable by the processor to: measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target.

Plain English Translation

A wireless communication device dynamically adjusts its receiver sensitivity using a processor and memory. The device measures the strength of a desired signal (wanted signal) and interfering signals (blocker signal). Based on the blocker signal strength, it adjusts a target signal level for the wanted signal after it has passed through the receiver's Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC). Stronger blockers result in a higher target level, increasing the device's resilience to interference. This optimizes both the clarity of the wanted signal (signal-to-noise ratio, SNR) and the protection from the blocker (blocker margin). Finally, the receiver's front-end gain is adjusted according to the adjusted target level, improving reception. The target level is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level.

Claim 11

Original Legal Text

11. The wireless communication device of claim 10 , wherein when a blocker signal level is detected, the linear target is adjusted to provide more blocker margin while ensuring a sufficient wanted signal SNR at the output of the ADC.

Plain English Translation

The wireless communication device for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: a processor; a memory in electronic communication with the processor; and instructions stored in the memory, the instructions executable by the processor to: measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein when a blocker signal is detected, the target signal level for the wanted signal is increased. This increase creates more "blocker margin" (interference tolerance) while preserving sufficient clarity (SNR) for the wanted signal at the ADC output, balancing noise and interference.

Claim 12

Original Legal Text

12. The wireless communication device of claim 10 , wherein the instructions executable to adjust the linear target comprise instructions executable to: select the linear target from among different linear targets based on the measured blocker signal level, wherein each of the different linear targets correspond to different blocker signal levels.

Plain English Translation

The wireless communication device for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: a processor; a memory in electronic communication with the processor; and instructions stored in the memory, the instructions executable by the processor to: measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein adjusting the target signal level involves choosing from a set of pre-defined target levels. Each level corresponds to a different range of blocker signal strengths. The device selects the appropriate target based on the measured blocker signal strength.

Claim 13

Original Legal Text

13. The wireless communication device of claim 10 , wherein the linear target is adjusted from an initial linear target corresponding to no blocker signal level.

Plain English Translation

The wireless communication device for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: a processor; a memory in electronic communication with the processor; and instructions stored in the memory, the instructions executable by the processor to: measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the target signal level adjustment begins from a baseline level representing a blocker-free environment. When a blocker signal is present, the target level is raised from this initial, undisturbed level.

Claim 14

Original Legal Text

14. The wireless communication device of claim 10 , wherein the linear target designates the receiver front-end gain to apply for a given wanted signal level measurement.

Plain English Translation

The wireless communication device for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: a processor; a memory in electronic communication with the processor; and instructions stored in the memory, the instructions executable by the processor to: measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the target signal level acts as a reference point for determining the correct receiver front-end gain. For a given measured wanted signal level, the target determines the appropriate gain to use.

Claim 15

Original Legal Text

15. The wireless communication device of claim 10 , wherein the wanted signal level has a linear relationship with the receiver front-end gain such that the linear target remains constant for any wanted signal level within a linear target region.

Plain English Translation

The wireless communication device for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: a processor; a memory in electronic communication with the processor; and instructions stored in the memory, the instructions executable by the processor to: measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the wanted signal level and the receiver front-end gain have a proportional relationship within a specific operating range. This means that the target signal level stays constant as the wanted signal strength changes, as long as it remains within this predefined "linear target region".

Claim 16

Original Legal Text

16. An apparatus for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: means for measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; means for adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and means for adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target.

Plain English Translation

An apparatus dynamically adjusts its receiver sensitivity to weak signals in the presence of strong interference. It uses "means for measuring" both the desired signal's strength and interfering signals' strength. "Means for adjusting" then modifies a target signal level for the desired signal after conversion to digital. Stronger interference raises the target, improving resilience. This balances desired signal clarity ("signal-to-noise ratio") and interference protection ("blocker margin"). "Means for adjusting" then sets the receiver's input gain to match this target. The linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level and to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin.

Claim 17

Original Legal Text

17. The apparatus of claim 16 , wherein when a blocker signal level is detected, the linear target is adjusted to provide more blocker margin while ensuring a sufficient wanted signal SNR at the output of the ADC.

Plain English Translation

The apparatus for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: means for measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; means for adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and means for adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the "means for adjusting" increases the target signal level for the desired signal when interference is detected. This provides more "blocker margin" (interference tolerance) while ensuring sufficient clarity (SNR) of the wanted signal at the ADC output, balancing noise and interference protection.

Claim 18

Original Legal Text

18. The apparatus of claim 16 , wherein the means for adjusting the linear target comprise: means for selecting the linear target from among different linear targets based on the measured blocker signal level, wherein each of the different linear targets correspond to different blocker signal levels.

Plain English Translation

The apparatus for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: means for measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; means for adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and means for adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the "means for adjusting" chooses from a pre-defined set of target levels. Each level corresponds to a different range of interference signal strengths. The selection is based on the measured interference signal strength.

Claim 19

Original Legal Text

19. The apparatus of claim 16 , wherein the linear target is adjusted from an initial linear target corresponding to no blocker signal level.

Plain English Translation

The apparatus for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: means for measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; means for adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and means for adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the adjustment of the target signal level starts from a baseline representing no interference. The target level is then increased relative to this baseline when interference is detected.

Claim 20

Original Legal Text

20. The apparatus of claim 16 , wherein the linear target designates the receiver front-end gain to apply for a given wanted signal level measurement.

Plain English Translation

The apparatus for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: means for measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; means for adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and means for adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the target signal level determines the appropriate receiver input gain. Given a measured desired signal level, the target specifies the gain to use.

Claim 21

Original Legal Text

21. The apparatus of claim 16 , wherein the wanted signal level has a linear relationship with the receiver front-end gain such that the linear target remains constant for any wanted signal level within a linear target region.

Plain English Translation

The apparatus for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, comprising: means for measuring a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; means for adjusting a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and means for adjusting a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the desired signal level and the receiver input gain have a proportional relationship within a specific operating range. The target signal level remains constant as the desired signal changes, as long as it remains within this "linear target region."

Claim 22

Original Legal Text

22. A computer-program product for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, the computer-program product comprising a non-transitory computer-readable medium having instructions thereon, the instructions comprising: code for causing a wireless communication device to measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target.

Plain English Translation

A software product contains instructions for a wireless device to dynamically adjust receiver sensitivity. The instructions include "code for causing" the device to measure the strength of both a desired signal and interfering signals. Also included is "code for causing" the device to adjust a target signal level for the desired signal after conversion to digital. Stronger interference triggers a higher target signal level, improving interference resistance. This adjustment balances the desired signal's clarity (signal-to-noise ratio) with protection from interference (blocker margin). "Code for causing" then adjusts the receiver input gain based on the adjusted target. The target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level and to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin.

Claim 23

Original Legal Text

23. The computer-program product of claim 22 , wherein when a blocker signal level is detected, the linear target is adjusted to provide more blocker margin while ensuring a sufficient wanted signal SNR at the output of the ADC.

Plain English Translation

The computer-program product for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, the computer-program product comprising a non-transitory computer-readable medium having instructions thereon, the instructions comprising: code for causing a wireless communication device to measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein when interference is detected, the "code for causing" increases the target signal level for the desired signal. This creates more "blocker margin" (interference tolerance) while maintaining sufficient clarity (SNR) for the wanted signal at the ADC output.

Claim 24

Original Legal Text

24. The computer-program product of claim 22 , wherein the code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust the linear target comprises code for causing the wireless communication device to: select the linear target from among different linear targets based on the measured blocker signal level, wherein each of the different linear targets correspond to different blocker signal levels.

Plain English Translation

The computer-program product for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, the computer-program product comprising a non-transitory computer-readable medium having instructions thereon, the instructions comprising: code for causing a wireless communication device to measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the "code for causing" the adjustment of the target involves selecting from a set of pre-defined target levels. Each level corresponds to a different range of interference strengths. The selection depends on the measured interference signal strength.

Claim 25

Original Legal Text

25. The computer-program product of claim 22 , wherein the linear target designates the receiver front-end gain to apply for a given wanted signal level measurement.

Plain English Translation

The computer-program product for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, the computer-program product comprising a non-transitory computer-readable medium having instructions thereon, the instructions comprising: code for causing a wireless communication device to measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the target signal level designates the receiver front-end gain to apply for a given wanted signal level measurement.

Claim 26

Original Legal Text

26. The computer-program product of claim 22 , wherein the wanted signal level has a linear relationship with the receiver front-end gain such that the linear target remains constant for any wanted signal level within a linear target region.

Plain English Translation

The computer-program product for dynamic sizing of a blocker margin, the computer-program product comprising a non-transitory computer-readable medium having instructions thereon, the instructions comprising: code for causing a wireless communication device to measure a wanted signal level and a blocker signal level; code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a linear target for the wanted signal level at an output of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) of a receiver based on the blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to provide a larger blocker margin when a strong blocker signal level is detected as compared to a weak blocker signal level, wherein the linear target is adjusted to optimize a wanted signal signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and the blocker margin; and code for causing the wireless communication device to adjust a receiver front-end gain based on the adjusted linear target, wherein the wanted signal level has a linear relationship with the receiver front-end gain such that the linear target remains constant for any wanted signal level within a linear target region.

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October 31, 2017

Inventors

Yann Ly-Gagnon
Le Nguyen Luong

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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BLOCKER MARGIN SIZING BY AN AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL